No need to travel all the way to Italy for some delicious dessert, Gelato on Duval has got it covered. Located in downtown Key West, Fla., this Italian ice cream and coffee shop is a delectable stop any time of the day or night.

Long time locals and co-owners, Helena and Chanice Dos Santos, make the shop's sinful creations at affordable prices.

With smart displays and playful flavors, Gelato on Duval will satisfy any craving. (Everything looks so scrumptious, how could it not?) Good luck trying to narrow your choices down to just one. Thankfully, Helena's sweet 9-year-old daughter lets you sample as many flavors as you'd like. In the end, the Nutella gelato won me over with its melt-in-your-mouth hazelnut and chocolate goodness.

Each flavor is rich and decadent in its own right. Whether it's topped with juicy strawberries or crunchy cocoa beans, a lot of thought and love goes into each batch.

Want a heartier midafternoon snack? Grab a croissant or a sandwich to chomp on from the shop's large display counter. Who says you can't eat dessert first?